South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge 2025

Challenge yourself with dramatic climbs and rewarding panoramas

Event Date – Saturday 2nd August 2025

Days – 1 Day

Start/Finish – See challenge options

Distance – 10km I 25km I 50km

Entry Fee – Select your option

Fundraising – Select your option

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South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge

This Challenge is a captivating event that combines physical endurance with the exploration of some of England’s most picturesque and historically rich landscapes. It give you the opportunity to walk, jog, or run through areas celebrated for their natural beauty and cultural significance.

Dunster Castle
The event’s basecamp is situated near the historic Dunster Castle, a site with origins dating back to Norman times. Perched on top of a wooded hill, the castle offers amazing views of the surrounding countryside and the Bristol Channel. Its well-preserved architecture and gardens provide a majestic backdrop for the start and finish of the challenge.

South West Coast Path
The challenge leads you along parts the famous 630 mile South West Coast Path. This trail is well known for its dramatic coastal scenery, including rugged cliffs, secluded coves, and panoramic sea views.

Exmoor National Park
The route extends into Exmoor, characterised by its rolling moorlands, dense woodlands, and diverse wildlife. A breathtaking feature is the ascent to Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor, standing at 519 metres. From this point, you are rewarded with 360 degree views covering the moors, coastline, and distant horizons.

Porlock Village
You’ll pass through the historic village of Porlock. Known for its charming thatched cottages and medieval church, Porlock has a rich history dating back to the Domesday Book. The village’s timeless atmosphere offers a window into England’s past and provides a serene setting for rest and reflection.

Take part in the South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge, it’s not merely a test of physical endurance but also an embracing journey through some of England’s most treasured natural and historical landscapes.

Experience Exmoor’s rugged beauty and breathtaking sea views.
We’ve got 3 North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge options available

Option 2: Full Sponsorship For Charity – pay a small registration fee and fundraise for Get Kids Going! (who pays for your place)

Full Challenge (50km) – £40 registration fee and at least £375 fundraising pledge
Half Challenge (25km) – £30 registration fee and at least £275 fundraising pledge
10K Challenge (10km) – £20 registration fee and at least £100 fundraising pledge

Option 3: Mixed Funding For Charity – pay for half your place cost and fundraise less for Get Kids Going! (who pays half of your place cost)

Full Challenge (50km) – £75 registration fee and at least £225 fundraising pledge
Half Challenge (25km) – £50 registration fee and at least £150 fundraising pledge
10K Challenge (10km) – £22.50 registration fee and at least £70 fundraising pledge

Option 4: Own Place Charity Fundraising – pay for your place and fundraise whatever you can for Get Kids Going! (with small admin fee to charity)

Full Challenge (50km) – £139 registration fee paid online and fundraise whatever you can
Half Challenge (25km) – £89 registration fee paid online and fundraise whatever you can
10K Challenge (10km) – £39 registration fee paid online and fundraise whatever you can

For full details and to sign up to this challenge click below

Why you should join the Get Kids Going! Team
You’ll get full support and hospitality all the way, leaving you to focus on your challenge.

You can join as an individual or a team

Choose from Full, Half and 10K challenge options

Training guides and support plans

Organised rest stops on route

Fully signed route

Main meals, snacks and drinks included

Full medical support

Pace walkers

Shuttle buses and transfers

Ultra Challenge mobile app

Information Team Webinar

Facebook Team Forum

Video Briefings

Travel Planning

Finishers medal, Ultra Challenge Tee shirt and a glass of bubbly when you finish!

You’ll also receive…

Get Kids Going! Fundraising Pack

Get Kids Going! Technical Shirt

Event Accessibility

Visually impaired participants are welcome and usually take part with someone supporting them on route. There may be a discounted charge for this to cover event costs such as food etc. Event sites are generally in playing fields or outdoor areas on flat land. For spectators, there is limited wheelchair access, and this can vary on the day depending on ground conditions.

For more details, please speak to the Ultra Challenge Team who will be happy to discuss course suitability for your accessibility requirements.

Ready to join?

By joining our team you’ll be helping children and young people with disability, get into sport.

Get Kids Going!

Get Kids Going! is a national charity which gives disabled children and young people, up to the age of 26 years, the wonderful opportunity of participating in sport. We provide them with specially built sports wheelchairs so they can do: athletics, marathons, tennis, skiing, rugby, sailing, basketball, snowboarding and many other sports.

Get Kids Going! inspires young people to compete in sporting events, from start to paralympic level, by also giving them annual sports grants to help with their; training, travel, competition fees and the development of sports’ equipment. With your help many of these amazing youngsters can become world record holders and paralympic champions!

For full information on this challenge, please visit the South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge web page. You can also find FAQs here.

When signing up you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Action Challenge Ltd. (Ultra Challenge events) and Get Kids Going!